Welwyn Garden City Conservation Area
Welwyn Garden City is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 248.9 hectares of protected landscape. It is one of the earliest conservation areas, designated in 1968, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. Within the conservation area there are 11 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.
At 248.9 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade II* Templewood SchoolAL8 7SD
- Grade II 104-124, KnightsfieldAL8 7HD
- Grade II 105-125, KnightsfieldAL8 7JD
- Grade II 26, Pentley ParkAL8 7SE
- Grade II 82-102, KnightsfieldAL8 7HB
- Grade II 83-103, KnightsfieldAL8 7HB
- Grade II Digswell LodgeAL8 7NU
- Grade II Hand Side FarmhouseAL8 6TN
- Grade II The Backhouse RoomAL8 6SZ
- Grade II The Barn TheatreAL8 6TN
- Grade II The Old CottageAL8 6UG
Nearby Conservation Areas
- Peartree1.4 km
- Lemsford1.6 km
- Ayot Green1.7 km
- Beehive2.5 km
- Water End3.1 km
- Welwyn3.3 km
- Tewin4.3 km
- Old Hatfield4.4 km
About Welwyn Garden City Conservation Area
- Is my property in Welwyn Garden City Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Welwyn Garden City Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Welwyn Garden City?
- Properties in Welwyn Garden City Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.
Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees